Wednesday, 28 August 2024

 Paul EDBROOKE (Frankston) (14:57): (789) My constituency question is for the Minister for Planning, and I ask: when will the minister be available to visit Frankston to discuss the ongoing issues with residents at 5 Culcairn Drive, Frankston South. I ask on behalf of the residents of 5 Culcairn Drive, Frankston South, who I have worked with for some years regarding cladding issues but also the heartbreaking, expensive legal and building rectification costs they are facing presently. From lack of waterproofing and no sprinklers in the car park underneath to internal and external structural failure, this building should never have been approved for occupancy as it clearly does not meet the building code or owners’ expectations. I have met with these residents on numerous occasions, including in Parliament with the former Minister for Planning, pleading for something to be done. Some progress has been made, but this is still a huge issue that needs attention as soon as possible. I cannot imagine how these residents feel, but I do know that if I put myself in their position it actually keeps me up at night knowing there is more that needs to be done.